Slimed!, Meow!, -and- Miracle Births

On this day in history: December 31, 1985 - Rock musician Ricky Nelson dies in an airplane crash in De Kalb, TX at age 45.

Born on this day in history: December 31, 1937 - Anthony Hopkins (1937 - ) Born in Port Talbot, Wales, actor Anthony Hopkins made his stage debut in 1960, and went on to appear in numerous plays and films, including "The Elephant Man" (1980). He gained worldwide fame for his Oscar-winning performance as serial murderer Hannibal Lecter in "The Silence of the Lambs" (1991). Hopkins was knighted in 1993, and became a U.S. citizen in 2000.

Scripture of the Day: "But seek his kingdom, and these things will be given to you as well." - Luke 12:31

I wish everyone a very Happy New Year and pray that through the coming year you will enjoy good health, joy, and prosperity.

To those of you who plan to be away from home this eveningtraveling to spend New Year's Day with friends or relatives or going out this evening to attend New Year's celebrationsI pray that your travel will be safe and without incident.

To those of you who plan to stay home this evening, I pray that your evening is joyous.